Pregnant? Considering adoption? Let us help you make the right plans for YOU! Call 866-321-ADOPT(2367)or email

We understand that you may have many questions right now about your unplanned pregnancy and are likely unsure what you want to do. We hope to help you through this difficult and confusing time by answering your questions and explaining how the adoption process works. With our agency you can choose the adoptive family that you feel is right for your child, we want you to make the decisions about your childs future if you choose to do so. You may also decide to parent in which we can assist you with locating resources to assist you with your parenting plan if you desire.

Let us provide you with the information about all of your options so that you can make an informed decision. All communication is confidental. 

If you decided to create an adoptive plan, we have several families who are committed to become adoptive parents. Our adoptive families are required to go through 36 hours of training, child abuse clearances, FBI and State criminal checks, finanical background check and have a minimum of three home visits with a licensed social worker in order to become approved as an adoptive family.  We want you to have the best choices for your adoption plans.  



Questions and Answers for Birth Mothers/Parents 

1. Can the birth parents choose the adoptive parents? 

Yes. Building Blocks Adoption provides confidential parent profiles created by prospective adoptive parents for the birth parents to review. The birth parents may speak with the family by telephone and/ or meet the family along with an adoption social worker. 

2. Do the prospective adoptive parents have to live in Ohio?

No. we can assist adoptive families all over the U.S. 

3. Do the birth parents have to pay legal fees and expenses? 

No. All legal fees, some living expenses and medical expenses can be paid for by the adopting parents.
 
4. Can the birth parents see the baby after the birth of their child? 

Yes. The birth parents can determine whether or not they want to see the child once the baby is born. Some birthparents choose to spend some time with their child while some may not choose to not spend time with the child. Many of these aspects of the adoption are part of your own adoption plan. 

5. Can the birth parents receive updates from the adoptive parents after the baby is adopted? 

Yes. If the adoptive parents and birth parents decide to share information over the years either via in person or sending photos and letters they may do so. Ohio does provide for some limited open adoptions. 

6. Are any court appearances required?

Yes. The birth parents must appear in court to acknowledge the placement of the child with the family and also to give their consent  to the adoption before the Judge assigned to the case.These two are often accomplished at the same time. 

7. What if I do not know who is the birth father of my unborn child, can I still proceed with an adoption? 

Yes, under Ohio law if the birth father is not identified then the Courts will require that a registry known as the Putative Father Registry be checked. If the birth father has not registered within 30 days after the birth of your child then his consent will in most circumstances not be necessary.

8. Does the baby go to a foster home? 

No. The baby goes directly from the hospital to the adoptive parents' home so long as the Court has authorized a placement. The adoptive family must have a valid home study to accomplish this process. 

9. Why do birth parents make adoption plans for their children?

Birth parents make this unselfish sacrifice because they love their unborn child and recognize that he or she may have to be raised by other parents for many different and intensely personal reasons. They are always motivated by a desire to ensure a loving and happy home for their child.


Contact us today. Let us guide you through every step of your decision making proccess. 
You may contact us via email 24 hrs/7 days a week by emailing ohio@bbas.org